Cairo & Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise With Abu Simbel

      
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Duration

08 Days / 07 Nights

Availability

01 May - 30 Sept 2026

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Tour Details

Discover the timeless wonders of Egypt on this unforgettable 8-day journey through Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. Begin in Cairo with visits to the iconic Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the world-renowned Grand Egyptian Museum. Continue your adventure with a luxurious Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, exploring the ancient treasures of Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the grand temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo. Experience the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan, before returning to Cairo for a cultural exploration of the Civilization Museum, the Citadel of Salah El-Din, and historic Coptic Cairo. With expert Egyptologist guides, comfortable accommodations, and seamless travel arrangements, this tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation along the Nile.

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Includes

03-nights’ accommodation in Cairo, based on Bed and Breakfast Basis
04 nights’ accommodation on board Nile Cruise of or similar, based on FB Basis
All sightseeing tours including entrance fees to all Antiquity sites as per the program itinerary with
private professional English-Speaking Guide during all excursions in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor
All transfers via late model private vehicles with qualified drivers.
Round Trip Domestic Flight Tickets (Cairo/Luxor – Aswan/Cairo)
Meet & Assist at the Airport upon arrival and final departures by our professional representatives.

Excludes

Entry visa to Egypt.
International flight tickets.
Personal expenses like phone calls, Laundry etc.
All tips to guides, drivers and Company Representatives
Other services not mentioned under the including items

Itinerary

Upon arrival to Cairo International Airport, you will be met with GAT Tours’ representative, your best friend for the coming few days, who will help you in passing the passport control and collecting your luggage. Then, you will be transferred to the hotel in Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle with qualified driver. Arrival to your hotel in Cairo, we will check in the hotel within few minutes! Then you will proceed to your nice room for overnight.

Breakfast at hotel – Join your Egyptologist Tour Guide and Enjoy the first day tour to visit Giza Plateau to explore Giza Pyramids, the world famous Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos & Sphinx – Time to enjoy taking photos with Panoramic view of the Pyramids. Later proceed to visit the The Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as Giza Museum. It is the world’s largest archaeological museum. After the tour transfer to your hotel in Cairo – Overnight in Cairo

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to your Nile Cruise for embarkation and check-in. In the afternoon, begin your sightseeing with a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site in ancient Egypt, renowned for its impressive hypostyle hall. Continue to the Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night and adorned with remarkable carvings and statues. Later, return to your cruise for dinner and an overnight stay onboard in Luxor.

Begin your day by exploring the Valley of the Kings, the ancient burial site of Egypt’s pharaohs, inc. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an extraordinary example of ancient Egyptian architecture, before making a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the towering statues that once guarded the Theban necropolis. After your visits, return to the cruise and set sail toward Edfu, passing through the Esna Lock. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay onboard in Edfu.

This morning, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most well-preserved temples in all of Egypt, showcasing the grandeur of ancient architecture. The journey continues as you sail to Kom Ombo to explore its unique double temple, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. Later, continue sailing onward to Aswan, where you will spend the night onboard your cruise.

Early in the morning, you will be picked up to join your tour guide on an unforgettable excursion to Abu Simbel, where you will marvel at the grand temples of King Ramses II and his beloved wife, Queen Nefertari. After the visit, return to Aswan to explore the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully set on Agilkia Island. Later, enjoy a serene felucca ride on the Nile, sailing around the picturesque Elephantine Island. In the evening, return to your cruise for dinner and an overnight stay onboard in Aswan.

Breakfast on board, check out and transfer to Aswan airport for your flight back to Cairo – Arrive to Cairo airport, Meet your Egyptologist tour guide – Enjoy your tour to visit one of the most important Museums in the world, the Civilization Museum where you will enjoy visiting the most important antiquities during all the eras in ancient and modern Egypt and see the pharaonic kings’ mummies –– then proceed to visit Coptic Cairo including various churches and historical sites and proceed to visit Islamic Cairo including visit Citadel Of Salah El Dien and Alabaster Mosque Of Mohamed Ali – transfer to your Hotel – Check in your Hotel – Overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.

Tour Highlights

Experience the timeless wonders of ancient Egypt
Explore the iconic cities of Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, and Luxor
Stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza and the majestic Sphinx
Discover the charm of Old Cairo on a fascinating guided tour
Visit the world-renowned Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Cairo
Sail along the legendary Nile River on a cruise from Aswan to Luxor
Journey to Abu Simbel to witness the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Queen
Nefertari
See the impressive Aswan High Dam and the ancient Unfinished Obelisk
Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the gods Horus and Sobek
Explore Edfu’s Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved monuments
Admire the breathtaking Karnak Temple Complex on the East Bank of the Nile
Walk through history at the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of Egypt’s greatest
pharaohs
Visit the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s iconic female ruler
Marvel at the towering Colossi of Memnon standing guard over the Theban Necropolis
Enjoy leisure time in Cairo to explore its vibrant markets and ancient treasures

Accommodation in Egypt

Cairo Hotels: Sofitel Downtown or Similar (05 Stars Deluxe)
Nile Cruise: Sonesta Moon Goddess or similar (05 Stars Deluxe)

General Conditions

The above-mentioned rate is per person in a double cabin for a 08 days / 07 nights’
package in USD, inclusive of all service charges and taxes.
All the above rates include accommodation in a 05 Stars Standard
Children under 4 years old are free of charge – From 5 to 11.99 years old will receive a
50% discount on the adult price when sharing their parents’ cabin onboard the cruise.

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   Marwa Ahmed 
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   Ash D 
 84 days ago
 
 
 Verified 6/5 stars 6/5 stars GAT tours took care of every detail and were amazing in every way. Would highly recommend them
  
 
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   Ihor George C 
 153 days ago
 
 
 Verified Trip of a lifetime We just got back from a family "trip of a lifetime" to Egypt: 3 couples arrived in Cairo from different parts of US and Canada, at different flights and times, and yet the reception and arrival coordination and documents arrangement could not have been smoother. All was arranged, and the trip was custom designed by Ahmet from GAT Tours. We were a bit apprehensive considering the issues in the Middle East, but really there never has been a moment of concern and a complete feeling of safety as we were chauffeured, flown and sailed to the various destinations of this great country of Egypt. We visited the important sites around Cairo : the fantastic, new, Grand Egyptian Museum, the pyramids, the Sphinx, Civilization Museum, the market, Citadel, and other sites. Our hotel was first class. Our voyage down the Nile from Luxor was in upgraded suites (courtesy of GAT) on top of the line Sonesta Cruise line : gourmet meals in absolute comfort! We were lucky to have Asmaa in Cairo and Simon in Luxor and Aswan to guide us through the exhilarating sites of Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Kim Ombo, Edfu, Abu Simbel etc. in a very knowledgeable and entertaining fashion. WOW !! What a trip. GAT Tours made it happen. George C.
  
 
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   Andrew C 
 159 days ago
 
 
 Verified Fantastic family trip to Cairo and Luxor. GAT tours was great Our tour guides Asmaa and Simon made our trip to Cairo and our Nile cruise so much more meaningful.
  
 
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   Marc C 
 159 days ago
 
 
 Verified Cairo and Nile Cruise This was an excellent tour! GAT Tours planned every detail and was very accommodating. We were initially going to cancel the tour considering the recent instability in the Gulf Region, however, the tour manager (Ahmed Omar) ensured our safety. We felt very safe in the hands of our tour guides (Asmaa - in Cairo and Simon in Luxor/Aswan). Both tour guides were extremely knowledgeable, personable, engaging, and advised us well on how to save time and money at the various sites and markets. Strongly recommend Asmaa and Simon as tour guides! Our travel/logistics person (Seif) was also great. He ensured our transportation, pick-ups, and meals were all on time. Everyone operating the tour was accessible and responsive via iPhone. The tour guides really showed us how rich their culture (ancient or modern) is. Highly recommend this tour: Six adults (incl. 2 seniors). My personal favorites: Valley of the Kings, GEM, and any of the evening tours of the temples!
  
 
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   Angustias R 
 160 days ago
 
 
 Verified Una agencia muy fiable Fue todo excelente desde Dina hasta Omar el representante de la agencia , los guías auténticos profesionales , nos sentimos muy agustos y protegidos
  
 
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   Neil91 
 162 days ago
 
 
 Verified Good experience overall It’s a mixed review of the tour and I will divide it into office staff and guide & drivers. Ahmed Omar in Cairo office helped us with our 5 days-Nile cruise and associated sightseeing. He was very prompt, polite and professional. As we didn’t get the morning flight on the day of our cruise, Ahmed helped us book a Luxor hotel for the night before. He also asked us for a personal favour and we obliged. Ahmed was thoughtful and offered to arrange ‘meet and greet’ at Cairo airport, in addition to the pick up on our return to Cairo after the cruise. Mr Mina met us at Cairo airport for helping with visa, Sim and money exchange. Despite Ahmed’s assurance that we would be helped with exchanging money, Mr Mina was walking out without doing that. When my wife pointed that out, he tried to blame us for not reminding him, which was not very nice! At Luxor airport, we were expecting My Ayman, but someone else came, which is fine. He was helpful and went to the hotel with us and next morning picked us up from hotel and dropped us at the cruise. We chose Sonesta star goddess for our trip and Ahmed had arranged everything. The guide Mohamed Refaat met us at 3pm. He said was a freelancer, and that he was given to us because he is a close friend of Mr Ayman. We found difficult to understand his English initially and his knowledge was just ok. He spent 20 minutes outside the Karnak temple talking about canals etc and as a result we had to rush at the end. He didn’t offer to take photos, but obliged whenever we asked. He repeated himself a lot and was not very interesting or engaging. We did think of calling the office to change him but didn’t. In Aswan, he said that we should pay for the felucca ride which was included. And then went on to say that we should pay the driver as he is not paid well and that we have to spend a lot during our Abu Simbel trip. On the final day, Mohamed went to our cruise reception and asked the person to give us an envelope and then turned around and told me to give them tips, before he leaves. That was very disrespectful behaviour and we were angry. Then we went to Abu Simbel and throughout the journey, he mostly chatted with the driver or slept. The driver, Kareem, was holding his phone with his left hand and talking while driving on the highway, which we found quite scary. Despite clearly telling Mohamed that we will not take out money using our card and that we will exchange money when we return to Aswan, after our trip finishes, he kept asking us to take money out throughout the day whenever he saw an ATM, very irritating behaviour. It left us with a bad taste. On the positive side, he was always on time, was friendly and did the basics. There were other little negative things like the car didn’t have water or tissue box, though it was sorted after informing Ahmed twice. It would have been good if someone from Gat tour contacted us directly to see if we were ok. We had to keep texting Ahmed for all minor issues, and he was always prompt. The representatives for Aswan airport and then again at Cairo airport were all on time and professional. So overall it was good. Gat tours is recommended but the guide Mohamed is definitely not.
  
 
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   Malau M 
 195 days ago
 
 
 Verified Agence au top Agence vraiment au top gestion des visites, transports, choix des hôtels malgré des changements d’horaires causer par les avions, une personne était là à chaque étape au moment de notre arrivée. Un grand merci à Dina qui nous a organisé un séjour sur mesure en famille dont nous garderons de merveilleux souvenirs
  
 
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   Anne 
 198 days ago
 
 
 Verified The best! Highly recommended! 10 out of 10 The best. Seamless from start to finish. Nothing is too much. Excellent communications. We did the Renaissance 5 day river cruise from Luxor to Aswan. 4 of us. We had our own knowledgeable and very solicitous guide who accompanied us throughout the cruise. GAT also met us at the airport and in Luxor to take us to the boat and introduce us to our tour guide. Everything on time, with clear communication. GAT also booked us the Elite sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor. Their cost was was very reasonable and it was a fabulous experience: a wonderful, clean and well designed compartment with excellent service, they even provided slippers! Mr Omar, one of the managers, based in Cairo, was superb in choreographing our entire trip. Thank you GAT
  
 
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   Ehab Marzouk 
 205 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. شركه في غايه الاحترام .مواعيد محترمه وأسعار مناسبه جدا ..بصراحه مكنتش شايل هم اي حاجه وانا معاهم
  
 
 
  
 
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